Policyholder Tax Consultant

About Atos Group

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 63,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €8 billion, operating in 61 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos Group is the brand under which Atos SE (Societas Europaea) operates. Atos SE is listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos Group is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

We have an exciting role for a Policyholder Tax Administrator within our Finance and Tax Operations team.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in financial services, pensions, or policyholder tax (operational taxes) who enjoys working with data, regulations, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Execute daily activities for tax data submissions to third parties/HMRC.


• Sample and review work processed within Customer Services to ensure compliance with HMRC rules for financial transactions.


• Perform reconciliations for tax payable to HMRC, agree tax liabilities and facilitate payment of taxes to HMRC.


• Ensure accuracy and timely submission of returns for pension and bond products to HMRC.


• Cultivate and maintain relationships with stakeholders in Customer Service and other business units.


• Plan and manage individual workload effectively.


• Build and maintain technical knowledge relevant to policyholder (operational) taxes.


• Support the Policyholder Tax team to provide technical support, analysis and guidance to other business areas on policyholder tax operations for pensions and bond products. 

Skills we can’t do without:

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and compliance with regulations.


• Proven ability to meet deadlines and commitments.


• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• Great teammate with the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.


• Skilled in analysing large volumes of information.


• Understanding of pension products, bond investments, and tax-related aspects


• Experience in the Life & Pensions industry.


• Desirable (but not essential): Studying towards a tax qualification (ATT/CTA) or equivalent experience.

Essential Criteria – BPSS Eligibility

To be eligible for BPSS clearance, you must have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 3 years.

Location: *This is a hybrid role, attached to our Edinburgh office.

Benefits:

Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%

Private medical cover

Income Protection

Life Assurance

25 days paid leave + National Holidays

Flex benefits program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all. As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially, differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed and willing to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs.

Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.

Atos is a recognized leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment. 

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